Dorito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing
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Dorito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing
Description
Dorito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing features a seasoned ground beef and onion mixture combined with red kidney beans, chopped iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Broken Doritos chips add a crunchy texture and distinctive flavor, mixing with the creamy and tangy picante-based dressing and Catalina salad dressing. The picante dressing is prepared by blending picante sauce, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper, lending a spicy, creamy element while the Catalina dressing adds a sweeter, tangy note to the salad.
The salad’s texture shifts between crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, the firm kidney beans, and the crisp Doritos that contrast with the creamy dressings. The beef provides richness and hearty substance, creating a balanced and satisfying dish typically served as a main course or an accompaniment. Assembly involves combining the cooled beef and bean mixture with fresh vegetables and chips right before serving to maintain chip crunch.
To maintain texture quality, it’s advised to assemble the salad immediately before serving, especially to prevent the Doritos from absorbing moisture and becoming soggy. For leftovers or potluck scenarios, keeping the components separate until serving will help maintain freshness and texture.
Ingredients
Picante Dressing
- 16 ounces picante sauce Pace brand
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Salad
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 14 ounces red kidney beans drained
- 1 head iceberg lettuce chopped
- 2 tomato chopped
- 2 cups cheese grated
- 1 small package nacho chips broken, Doritos brand
- 8 ounces Catalina salad dressing
Instructions
Picante Dressing
- Combine the picante sauce, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Mix well and set aside.
Salad
- Sauté the onion and ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain.
- Add the kidney beans, mix well, and set aside to cool.
- When ready to serve, place the chopped lettuce in a large bowl.
- Add the beef mixture, tomatoes, cheese, and Doritos.
- Pour the picante dressing over the salad along with a small amount of Catalina dressing and mix well. Alternatively, you can serve the Catalina dressing on the side.
Notes
- Serve the salad immediately after mixing to keep Doritos chips crispy and prevent sogginess.
- For leftovers or gatherings, keep salad components separate and assemble individual portions just before serving.
- If preparing ahead, bring dressings and crunchy chips separately to maintain texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1082 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1082kcal | 54% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 74g | 114% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14g | 82% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 149mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 2089mg | 87% |
| Potassium | 1442mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 2318IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 522mg | 52% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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